Public Allies Arizona

Public Allies Arizona Public Allies Arizona provides paid internships with nonprofit partners in Phoenix and Tucson, empowering Allies from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are an AmeriCorps program of the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. Public Allies Arizona launched in October of 2006, but we belong to a national network from coast to coast. In 1992, a group of young social entrepreneurs were helped by a number of established community and national leaders to create Public Allies, believing that there were many energetic, talented

emerging leaders who wanted to improve their communities and many organizations and communities who could benefit from their contributions. Public Allies Arizona cultivates emerging leaders in the Phoenix and Tucson communities through our signature 10-month AmeriCorps program. We believe that leadership is for everyone and that meaningful, lasting change happens when individuals step up, take responsibility and work together. Our program provides paid nonprofit internships with Partner Organizations, empowering Allies from all backgrounds and experiences—no ASU affiliation required—to make a tangible impact in their communities.

Join us for a day celebrating all the hard work and learning of our current Ally cohort!🎉 If you are interested in heari...
06/16/2026

Join us for a day celebrating all the hard work and learning of our current Ally cohort!🎉

If you are interested in hearing about the experience of what it's like to be a Public Ally in Arizona, our cohort will be sharing about their projects and how the program has impacted them 🌵💕 All are welcome!

Come MEET THE ALLIES on June 27th in both Phoenix and Tucson, or virtually! Register at the link in our bio ✍🏼

Last week our Tucson Allies completed their Team Service Project! 🌵🌱In collaboration with , Allies hosted 3 different wo...
05/13/2026

Last week our Tucson Allies completed their Team Service Project! 🌵🌱

In collaboration with , Allies hosted 3 different workshops for youth at Homer Davis Elementary, teaching about the cycles of the garden and the creatures that live there 🐞

Congrats on finishing your project Brandon, Anjelica, and Vida!

Yesterday at S'edav Va'aki... Allies experienced the preserved va'aki located in what has become Downtown Phoenix. We he...
04/25/2026

Yesterday at S'edav Va'aki...

Allies experienced the preserved va'aki located in what has become Downtown Phoenix. We heard from a museum aide the history of this space and were able to walk though the preserved area and some recreated structures!

Throughout the day, Allies were learning about crafting the ending to their service terms, participating in a program feedback session, and hearing from professionals at on how to begin their investing journeys.

SARSEF 🤝🏼 PAAZ having the best team ever!During Racing the Sun, Allies and PAAZ Alumni got together to assist in creatin...
04/25/2026

SARSEF 🤝🏼 PAAZ
having the best team ever!

During Racing the Sun, Allies and PAAZ Alumni got together to assist in creating a wonderful, fast paced day of organizing, scoring, and racing!

Thank you for always providing an exciting, enriching, and educational service experience for our team 💙✌🏼

Last week, our Allies had the opportunity to attend a conference hosted by the ASU Lodestar Center focused on human-cent...
04/20/2026

Last week, our Allies had the opportunity to attend a conference hosted by the ASU Lodestar Center focused on human-centered nonprofit leadership in the age of AI.

Allies attended keynotes and sessions to provide valuable insights on evolving technology to bring back to their Partner Organizations!

LEADERSHIP ACTION #4: hold yourself and others accountable to the interests of the wholeToday, our Tucson Allies had th...
03/27/2026

LEADERSHIP ACTION #4: hold yourself and others accountable to the interests of the whole

Today, our Tucson Allies had the incredible opportunity to tour the Dunbar Pavilion, which is a cultural center initially established as Tucson's segregated school for African American students.

Thank you to Barbara and Freda at Dunbar for the fantastic experience that left us inspired and grateful!

THANK YOU! to our wonderful Allies, Alumni, and loved ones! We were able to spend the day connecting, chatting, and crea...
03/22/2026

THANK YOU! to our wonderful Allies, Alumni, and loved ones! We were able to spend the day connecting, chatting, and creating safe use kits in support of 💕💉🩹

It was so meaningful to see all of you working together not just in our Public Allies/Arizona trivia, but assembling materials to create a safer and healthier community 🩷🤟🏼

If you love bringing people together and doing assembly line things, reach out to them and host your own kit making party!

Earlier this month, our PAAZ cohort gathered in Tucson at the EON Youth Lounge, located in the Thornhill Lopez Center on...
01/22/2026

Earlier this month, our PAAZ cohort gathered in Tucson at the EON Youth Lounge, located in the Thornhill Lopez Center on 4th Ave. We were greeted with a beautiful, spacious, and welcoming environment, and introduced to their incredible staff.

Allies spent the day focusing on Leadership Action 1: Recognize and Articulate how systemic oppression affects all levels of society. We explored our systems of education, media, healthcare, and law with PAAZ Alum Jade Pablo with assistance from Cassandra Quijada!

🌱 Happy Day of Caring! Last Friday, our Allies spent the morning volunteering with in Phoenix and New Roots Farm in Tu...
10/27/2025

🌱 Happy Day of Caring!

Last Friday, our Allies spent the morning volunteering with in Phoenix and New Roots Farm in Tucson!

Thank you to the volunteer coordinators, staff, and fellow volunteers for a wonderful, fulfilling day of service 🫂

Hello Phoenix and Tucson! We have extended our Partner Organization application for the 2025-26 program year. Check out ...
07/15/2025

Hello Phoenix and Tucson! We have extended our Partner Organization application for the 2025-26 program year. Check out the link in our bio!

Our AmeriCorps program continues to be an essential part of our communities by building capacity to provide solutions and address needs.

Become a partner today and experience the leadership of a Public Ally!

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400 E Van Buren Street Suite 900
Phoenix, AZ
85004

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